Cardiocrinum giganteum, Giant Himalayan Lily conifer Red-purple corymbs bloom early replaced

Red-purple corymbs bloom early replaced by upright red samaras in floral-looking clusters — with the leaves

Evergreen and trailing

silver-gray leaves support this garden gem

just trim if desired

and other pollinators

Cardiocrinum giganteum, Giant Himalayan Lily conifer Red-purple corymbs bloom early replacedGlossy green, hosta like leaves feed a mega bulb that supports a tower of fragrance that wafts a considerable distance on the breeze. The parent bulb will die once it flowers, but the offsets will bloom in the following years, usually 3 4 years after the large bulb has expired. 10" white trumpets (as many as 20) with soft red brushstrokes adorn the 4 to 10 foot stalk! Huge, toothed seed pods and stalks dry wonderfully and mystify all who are